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394 A friend to lift the curtain up

That hides from man the mortal goal,

And with glad thoughts of faith and hope

Surprise the exulting soul.

Sole source of light and hope assured,

O touch thy servant's lips with power,

So shall he speak to us the word

Thyself dost give forever more.

June, 1831.

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